Monterey Elementary vs Norton Science and Language Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monterey Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
372 students
Norton Science and Language Academy
San Bernardino · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,249 students
| Measure | Monterey Elementary San Bernardino, California | Norton Science and Language Academy San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #5648 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #50045 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 372 | 1,249 |
| Enrollment | 372 | 1,249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.5% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 31% |
| city | San Bernardino | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Norton Science and Language Academy does better on math proficiency (31% vs 15%).
- •Norton Science and Language Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •Norton Science and Language Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 96.5%).
- •Monterey Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 21.2).
- •Norton Science and Language Academy is the larger school with 1,249 students compared with 372.
- •Monterey Elementary is a public school while Norton Science and Language Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Monterey Elementary better than Norton Science and Language Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Monterey Elementary and Norton Science and Language Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monterey Elementary: 372. Norton Science and Language Academy: 1,249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monterey Elementary and Norton Science and Language Academy rank in California?
Monterey Elementary is 5648th of 5,693 and Norton Science and Language Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).